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DOE announces progress on Piketon Atomic Plant demolition amid local concerns
PIKETON, Ohio — The United States Department of Energy (DOE) announced earlier this month that plans are on track to begin the demolition of the X-333 Process Building at the site of the former Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plant. In a press release on July 9, 2024, the DOE confirmed...
EPA: Nickel emissions in Huntington create ‘health risks’ for residents
HUNTINGTON, WV (WOWK) – Nickel emissions into the air from the Special Metals facility could have “potential lifetime health risks” for residents on the eastern side of Huntington, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The data comes from the newest version of the EPA’s AirToxScreen, or Air Toxics Screening Assessment. The AirToxScreen tool is […]
New Highmark, Williamson Memorial contract expands acute care in Mingo County
WILLIAMSON WV (WOWK) – Highmark members will be able to get acute care at the new Williamson Memorial thanks to a new contract with the Medicaid managed care plan. Williamson Health & Wellness Center and Bigh Mark Blue Cross Blue Shield West Virginia have already had a years-long relationship, and the company’s community health workers […]
Barboursville police ask for public assistance in department store theft investigation
BARBOUSVILLE, W.Va. (WCHS) — Police are asking for public assistance to identify two people accused of shoplifting from a Cabell County department store. The Barboursville Police Department posted surveillance photos to social media Wednesday showing two people and a vehicle suspected to be involved in the theft of $1,000 in merchandise from a Kohl's location at the Huntington Mall.
A Small Ohio Town Suddenly Became the #2 Worst Place to Live in the Entire State
Ohio is a state known for its rich history, diverse culture, and vibrant communities. However, recent studies have highlighted a troubling trend: certain towns are becoming increasingly difficult places to live. Among these, one small town has recently gained notoriety by being ranked as the second worst place to live in Ohio. This blog post explores the factors contributing to this designation, the implications for residents, and what can be done to improve the situation.
Ohio FOP declines to endorse Brown or Moreno in nationally watched Senate race
COLUMBUS, Ohio — By a four vote margin, Ohio Sen. Sherrod Brown, a Democrat, failed to get the endorsement of the state's Fraternal Order of Police during the organization's annual conference this week in Columbus. "That's how close it was," said FOP spokesman Mike Weinman, who noted Brown had...
What is a Yondr pouch, and why are schools using them?
TOLEDO, Ohio — With social media usage among children increasing, so too are the numbers of distractions caused by cell phones – especially in the classroom. To combat this, some school districts nationwide are turning to devices such as locking cell phone pouches that aim to curb distractions posed by students having open access to their phones in schools. One such device is made by San Francisco-based Yondr.
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